Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable SpecialistWe are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day invoice and vendor administration for our Newport, Rhode Island client. This role is ideal for a candidate with a bachelor's degree in accounting, as well as 1+ years of accounting experience, or accounting internships.Responsibilities:Review incoming expense invoices for completeness, accuracy, and timely processing.Investigate invoice exceptions and reconcile discrepancies that prevent items from moving through the payment workflow.Enter invoices manually when needed and ensure transactions are routed correctly for approval.Create and maintain vendor records, including setting up new suppliers and updating supporting documentation.Manage accounts payable reports, tracking files, and departmental records to keep information current and accessible.Support the AP Manager with daily priorities, special requests, and administrative follow-up as needed.Coordinate overnight package preparation and processing related to accounts payable operations.Contribute to monthly close activities by organizing records and preparing account analysis when requested.Verify that invoices are assigned to the correct general ledger expense categories and reflect accurate inventory updates.Provide onsite administrative support in the Newport, Rhode Island office, including document filing and copying.